events October 2008

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Enjoy RMA's new events blast, coming to you the third week of every month. Each month our RMA paparazzi will be covering meetings and events, in Richmond, Goochland, Powhatan, Fredericksburg, Petersburg, Amelia, and beyond—wherever Retail Merchants members and guests gather to network, learn or advocate! Special thanks to our Events sponsor, Bank of Virginia.

• September First Friday Forum Photos
• The 19th Annual Valor Awards
• December Retailer of the Year and Retail Achievement of the Year Awards
• October Power Hour
• Connect@ Capital Ale House
• Crime Stoppers Media Recognition Dinner & Silent Auction
• Chapter Meetings

September First Friday Forum Photos

Friday, September 5, 2008

"Bring Home the Green" with John Martin, Southeastern Institute of Research, and Matt Thornhill, Boomer Project

Click any of the photos above to visit the photo gallery.

Click here to view video footage of the September 2008 First Friday Forum.

The 19th Annual Valor Awards

Upcoming...

Friday, November 14, 2008

Guest Speaker Paul E. Galanti Commander, US Navy (Retired)

The 19th annual Valor Awards breakfast is a way for the business community to recognize area law enforcement officers, firefighters and emergency services providers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty in serving their community. First responders in the City of Richmond and the counties of Hanover, Henrico and Chesterfield, and the Town of Ashland are presented awards for selfless acts involving personal risk beyond which should be expected while performing their duties. Area police and fire chiefs will present the awards. Show your appreciation to these dedicated men and women by being a sponsor and attending the Valor Awards.

Paul Galanti was a prisoner of war for nearly seven years in North Vietnam's infamous Hanoi Hilton complex. He not only maintained his sanity, he has managed, since his return in February 1973, to excel in several different fields. He maintains a positive attitude despite having been deprived of "what should have been some of the best years of my life." "Not so," says Galanti, "the best years are here, now"! In 2002, Paul was appointed as the Director of National Services Officers for the American Ex-Prisoners of War and currently is a service legislative officer for that organization and a columnist in its bulletin. In 2003, he was appointed by Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Anthony J. Principi to serve on the Secretary's Advisory Committee on Former POWs. Galanti was named to serve on the Board of Virginia's new Department of Veterans' Services by Governor Mark Warner. He was reappointed by Governor Tim Kaine and elected Chairman of the Board of Veterans Services in 2006. For more about his remarkable background and experience, visit: http://www.veterantributes.org/TributeDetail.asp?ID=11.

7:30–9:30 a.m.

Location:
Greater Richmond Convention Center
403 North 3rd Street
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 783-7300
Directions >>

Cost: $35 per person; corporate table for ten (with sign), $425

December Retailer of the Year and Retail Achievement of the Year Awards

Upcoming...

Friday, December 5, 2008

Honoring the Winners of the Distinguished Retailer of the Year and Retail Industry Achievement Awards

The Distinguished Retailer of the Year Award is given each year by the Retail Merchants Association to honor a member of the retail community - a proven leader in his/her firm and actively involved in community endeavors.

The Retail Industry Achievement Award is given to honor a member of, or a significant contributor to, the retail community. This person is a proven leader in his/her firm and actively involved in community endeavors and a retailer or non-retailer who has made significant contributions to the retail industry.

Your participation is invited: Sponsor, Attend

Bring your presence and support to honor both the winners and our industry as a whole.  For more information, contact Jenny Price, jprice@retailmerchants.com or Len East, len@retailmerchants.com, or call 804-662-5500.

• Click here to nominate the Distinguished Retailer of the Year >>
• Click here to submit your nomination for the Retail Industry Achievement Award >>

7:45–9:15 a.m.

Location:
Crowne Plaza Richmond West
6531 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 285-9951
Directions >>

Cost: Members, $25; Non-members, $30

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Member Power Hour

Upcoming...

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

October Member Power Hour

• Learn how a RMA membership can benefit your business
• See how to take full advantage of RMA benefits & services
• Bring plenty of business cards and to network with other attendees
• Let attendees know about you and your business
• Just by coming, you could leave with a cool prize!
• There is no cost to attend, but reservations are necessary
• Please attend, and feel free to bring a friend, customer, client, or associate!

8:15–9:30 a.m.

Location:
The Retail Merchants Association
Henrico Room
5101 Monument Ave.
Richmond,VA 23230
(804) 662-5500
Directions >>

Cost: No cost

Connect@

Upcoming...

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Connect@ Capital Ale House

Brewery capital of the world— Virginia! Well, only a slight exaggeration. But the claim could be gaining truth, once you’ve taste-tested some of the region’s yummiest brews. Join us at our unique “beer & cheese pairing”, and sample several unique flavors and froths! A great excuse to network, as you move around the room, glass in hand, to taste after taste. Of course you’ll be there, with plenty of business cards to pass around…plus one for the basket, so you can win a door prize. Bring a guest or two (or three!) And thank

5:00–6:30 p.m.

Location:
Capital Ale House
619 East Main Street
Richmond,VA 23219
(804) 822-3074
www.capitalalehouse.com
Directions >>

Cost: Members, $10; Non-members, $15

Crime Stoppers Media Recognition
Dinner & Silent Auction

Upcoming...

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

With Guest Speaker Paula Otto, Executive Director of the Virginia Lottery

5:30 p.m.

Location:
SunTrust Bank
919 East Main Street
24th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219
Directions >>

Cost: $50/person. All are welcome.

Reservations: Please call Len East at (804) 662-5500.

Chapter Meetings

Upcoming...

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Charlottesville October Chapter Meeting

Time to "Pump It Up"—And who knows how to get you energized and motivated to tackle the rest of the year?  Christine Walters from ComedySportz will make a challenging season much easier to take on, and yes… perhaps to laugh at! 

Gather at your Retail Merchants Association Chapter meeting!  You know what we can do with coffee and camaraderie time.  Please join us and enjoy breakfast, networking and information on how RMA can help you achieve your business goals.  Bring an appetite, plenty of business cards, flyers on your business (if you wish), and colleagues or other business acquaintances. 

RMA is well aware of the value of your time and energy.  You will find this event well worth a small investment of both.

8:15–9:30 a.m.

Location:
Holiday Inn University Area
1901 Emmet St N
Charlottesville, VA 22901
(434) 220-2120
Directions >>

Cost: Members, $5; Non-members, $10

More information: Contact Rebecca Hettig at (434) 989-1257 or Rebecca@CreativExposure.net.

Check our website for details on other upcoming RMA chapter meetings: http://retailmerchants.com/chapter-meetings.asp

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